Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2886: Finding herself constantly chasing more, more experiences, more commitments, and more food, Heather Aardema realized that her relentless hunger was leaving her overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Inspired by Greg McKeown’s Essentialism, she learned the power of saying no and focusing on what truly matters. By embracing a life of “less but better,” she shifted from FOMO to JOMO, trading exhaustion for intentionality and finally finding a sense of fullness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/what-are-you-hungry-for/ Quotes to ponder: "I thought everything was important, and that I could and should do it all. I didn’t pause to create a filter for what deserved my attention and what didn’t." "Instead of getting more done, I’m getting the right things done. I’m choosing to create a life that’s less but better." "My fear of missing out has transformed into a joy of missing out." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804137382 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices